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The settlers also dream messianic dreams about the redemption of Israel, and there are those on the left who hate them because of this. Joseph criticizes his brothers. He has high moral standards, and he relates their slanderous talk to his father. He is loved by his father, yet his brothers hate him. The settlers too are idealistic pioneers, willing to sacrifice themselves for the nation and the land. The settlers have strong values, and this awakens spite and hatred on the left. This hatred is so ingrained that "they cannot not say a peaceful word" to the settlers (ibid. 37:4).
The hatred of the Israeli left is so intense that they are unwilling to open up channels of dialog with the settlers. The hatred of the brothers toward Joseph was such that they wished to be totally rid of him, and preceded to throw him into one of the pits, even though it was filled with snakes and scorpions. Finally, they even sell him to the Ishmaelites, saying, "Let's see what he dreams about now." The left behaves today in the same manner. They are willing to endanger the settlers. Yet, as it was then, so will it be today: "You might have meant to do me harm, [but] God made it come out good" (ibid. 50:20). Then, Joseph's dreams came true; in our day too, the dreams of the settlers will eventually be fulfilled.
The Vilna Gaon says that Joseph represents the spirit of the Messiah from the line of Joseph throughout history, including in the generation which heralds the redemption. Regarding Joseph, it is written, "And Joseph recognized his brothers but they did not recognize him" (ibid. 42:8). This is his nature throughout history: People do not recognize his purpose. This is due to the work of the adversary, who blurs the role of the Messiah of the line of Joseph and causes people to denigrate him and his doings. The Vilna Gaon continues, quoting the verse in the Book of Psalms: "Wherein they have taunted the footsteps of your Messiah" (89:52). As is well known, both the enemies of God and the enemies of Israel make it their business to disrupt the start of the redemption, i.e., restoration of the soil, settlement of the land, and fulfillment of land-related Torah precepts. We, though, rely solely upon our Father in heaven, for it is His desire that we bring about an "itarutah diltata," meaning "an awakening from below." We must stand firm in the face of the many disturbances and scorn. These are the words of the Vilna Gaon. Therefore, let us be strong and courageous, and everything will certainly work out for the best, just as it did for Joseph.
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Shlach Lecha "Why So Many Don't Make Aliya?" - Parshat Shlach
This short article deals with the weird phenomena that every single time Am Yisrael is meant to enter the Land of Israel, throughout the Tanach, 2nd Temple and until today, they "chicken out" and look for excuses. What's the problem with this mitzvah that proves so challenging. The article, based on sources, suggests that the difficulties of Eretz Yisrael is precisely her secret and beauty!
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 4
The class deals with Islam and how the Muslim tries convincing the King of the Khazars, and why he was also rejected.
Beha'alotcha JEWISH STATE= GUIDE TO G-DLINESS & SELFLESSNESS
A Jewish State not only is a good idea, but educates us towards selflessness, altruism and G-dliness in our daily lives.
Ein Aya In Zion Even the Smoke of the Bark is Sweet
Just as Jewish nationalism is different from others, so too our capitol of Jerusalem is totally different than other national capitols. Rav Kook beautifully explains the passage in the Talmud that the trees of Yerushalayim were cinnamon trees.
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 3
The second speaker invited to convince the Khazar King is the Christian, who presents their beliefs. Even before the questions of the King, "between the lines", the author R. Yehuda HaLevi already begins disproving them.
Ein Aya "Intimacy: Love, Life & Giving or Egocentric Taking & Expiration"
Today, many confuse between intimacy in marriage, based on love, giving and life which are diametrically opposed to empty "sex", pornography and prostitution which destroyed the Beit HaMikdash. The practical importance of clarifying this topic in today's western society is obvious, especially for young adults.
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 2
The King of the Kazars, in his search for truth, starts by inviting the philosopher. This is a "crash-course" on Aristotelian philosophy and the reasons why the king is not convinced. Through this dialogue, R. Yehuda HaLevi already foreshadows some of his central ideas that will appear later.
Shavuot "Love of Torah = Love of Israel"- for Shavuot
People often identify Judaism as just a religion, but upon examination, we see, even halachically and explicitly in the siddur, that the Torah is dependent upon Am Yisrael, Jewish nationalism.
Ein Aya The Middle-Child & Anti-Tzni'ut Syndrome- Negative Attention
Although tzni'ut is for men just like women, Rav Kook deals here with the sources in Yishayahu and the Talmud which deals with the special problem of lack of tzni'ut in women's dress and actions, where it's not just a problem of midot and character traits, but also can include practical, social and national ramifications, as well, which caused the destruction of the Beit HaMikdash and exile from Israel. The class continues the previous one (Ayn Aya Shabbat vi, 29), and is a must for all educators and parents of high-school aged and young adults.
P'ninat Mishpat P'NINAT MISHPAT: A Mess of Loans, Repayments and Grievances – part II
based on ruling 83033 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts
based on ruling 83033 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts